Brazilian Butt Lift
Conveniently located to serve the areas of Tualatin and Portland, Oregon
A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a body contouring procedure that increases the volume of the buttocks with a fat transfer for a curvier appearance. A BBL can help you feel more confident about your appearance, improve your hip-to-waist ratio, and expand your clothing options for an improved quality of life. In 2023, specialists performed more than 29,300 BBLs to help patients improve their proportions and achieve rounded, curvier buttocks. (1)
At Gorin Plastic Surgery, we have helped thousands of patients enhance their figures with customizable procedures like the BBL. Using your own fat to enhance your curves instead of synthetic implants or fillers can also help you achieve a more natural-looking appearance, with reduced risks.
Contact our office or call (503) 692-7222 to learn more about how customizable BBL procedures can help you achieve your body goals.
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Before and After Photos
About Brazilian Butt Lifts
A BBL improves the definition of the buttocks and contours your body for a curvier appearance. During a BBL, Dr. Gorin removes pockets of excess fat from one area of the body and reinjects the fat into the buttocks for a curvier appearance. Many patients choose to remove excess, unwanted fat from the waist, abdomen, and hips. By extracting fat from one area of the body and using it to increase the volume of another area, we can help you contour two areas in one appointment. For example, if you have “love handles” or a “muffin top,” Dr. Gorin can use the excess fat in these areas to enhance the appearance of your buttocks, improving overall definition.
For most patients, a tummy tuck can be combined with the BBL procedure to provide maximum results.
Contact our office to schedule your appointment and learn more about your options!
Benefits
- Shapelier buttocks: The procedure is customizable to fit your desired look. Whether you are looking for an hourglass figure or a bubble butt, you can achieve your aesthetic goals with a BBL, provided you are working with the right surgeon who specializes in BBL and can give you the Brazilian butt lift results you are striving for. (2)
- Expanded clothing options: BBLs can transform your waist-to-buttocks proportions for an hourglass figure and an attractive, more feminine look. Accentuating your curves can help you feel more confident in more fitted clothing.
- A natural appearance: We strategically harvest the donor fat and place it in carefully chosen areas to provide the shape and level of enhancement you are looking for.
- Improved self-confidence: Many patients find that balancing their proportions improves their self-confidence.
Candidates
If you are currently unhappy with your proportions, a BBL can rebalance them by helping you achieve a plumper, curvier behind. Many patients find that dieting and exercising can only take them so far, as the size and shape of the buttocks are often largely determined by genetics. If you are unhappy with the shape of your buttocks and have not achieved your desired results through targeted exercises, a BBL is often the best choice for making significant changes to your derrière.
Suitable candidates for a BBL must have enough donor fat cells for a fat transfer. The best candidates are typically in good overall health and take good care of their bodies. If you have a condition that would affect your ability to heal or receive anesthesia, we can discuss alternatives to the procedure during your consultation.
Consultation
During your consultation, we will discuss your aesthetic goals, current medications, medical history, and lifestyle to create a treatment plan based on your needs. We will also discuss which area you wish to remove excess fat from. Assessing your skin elasticity, fat distribution, and overall health is pivotal in developing an individualized treatment plan. If you have photographs of the look you want, you can bring them with you. During your meeting, Dr. Gorin can answer any questions you have about the procedure.
How to Prepare for a Brazilian Butt Lift
To prepare for a BBL, you must temporarily stop smoking for several weeks and stop taking medications and supplements that thin the blood or could affect the healing process. You will also need to arrange for a trusted individual to drive you home after your procedure and provide you with assistance. You will also need to arrange to take one week off of work and other commitments so you can focus on your recovery.
Procedure
At Dr. Gorin’s practice, BBLs are performed under IV sedation–without the need for a breathing tube! Dr. Gorin will remove excess fat from problem areas–the tummy, hips, and love handles. This is done with liposuction, also referred to as Lipo 360. This fat is then processed so that the purest fat cells are ready to be reintroduced into the body. (3)
Dr. Gorin will then administer the harvested fat into marked areas on the butt at various depths, helping create a smooth, even appearance. The precise areas of the tush into which the fat is injected depend on the shape the patient has requested. Surgery takes approximately 2-3 hours.
Before-and-after pictures of Dr. Gorin’s patients demonstrate how much of a difference our specialized technique can make.
Recovery
Like all surgical procedures, BBLs require some downtime. Most people can return to work in 1-2 weeks. By this time, any pain you feel–which can be controlled with pain medication, prescribed by Dr. Gorin–should have abated.
During the BBL recovery period, you will need to avoid sitting on hard surfaces for approximately 6 weeks. However, Dr. Gorin will provide a special ‘booty pillow’ for you to use during this time. BBL does leave minor scars where the Lipo 360 was performed, however these can be easily concealed. You will be required to wear compression garments for the treated areas for 6-12 weeks.
Results
You will see results immediately, though they will not be final until at least three months later. This is because swelling can obscure the results, and it can take several weeks for the tissues to settle into their new position. After recovering, you can enjoy curvier, firmer, smoother buttocks and more balanced proportions.
Since the procedure includes a fat transfer, you can enjoy more comprehensive body sculpting. After fat grafting for buttocks augmentation, more than 97% of patients are satisfied with the outcome! (4)
The Cost of a Brazilian Butt Lift in Portland
The cost of a BBL can vary based on the specifics of the procedure. A BBL is a delicate procedure, so choosing a surgeon who specializes in BBL procedures and has a proven track record of great results is important. To learn more about BBLs and learn the cost of your personalized procedure, schedule a consultation with Dr. Gorin. Do not hesitate to achieve your dream figure and work toward voluptuous buttocks!
Contact our office or call (503) 692-7222 to schedule an appointment at a time that works for you.
FAQ
Can you ride in a car after a Brazilian Butt Lift?
Yes! However, a soft pillow on the car seat for the first 6 weeks is a good idea. Your surgeon will provide you with special instructions for how you can sit after undergoing a BBL procedure. In any case, you should look for a Brazilian butt lift nearby so you do not have to sit in the car too long!
How much is a Brazilian Butt Lift?
BBL cost depends on how much fat is extracted and how many required injections. To learn the cost of your personalized procedure, schedule a consultation with a professional.
Will I have scars from a BBL?
BBLs do result in some minor scarring where your surgeon performs liposuction. We make incisions in discreet areas that are easy to conceal for a natural-looking appearance.
How much fat will I need to have for a BBL?
This depends on your aesthetic goals. However, we will likely transfer more fat than you need to help you achieve your goals. Some of the fat may be absorbed by the body after placement.
References
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Endorsed Partner. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2023/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2023.pdf
- Serbülent Güzey, Ayça Ergan Şahin. Brazilian Butt Lift: An Experience Over 3000 Patients. Aesthetic plastic surgery. Published online April 5, 2024. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-024-03965-8
- Serbülent Güzey, Ayça Ergan Şahin. Brazilian Butt Lift: An Experience Over 3000 Patients. Aesthetic plastic surgery. Published online April 5, 2024. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-024-03965-8
- O’Neill RC, Abu-Ghname A, Davis MJ, Chamata E, Rammos CK, Winocour SJ. The Role of Fat Grafting in Buttock Augmentation. Seminars in Plastic Surgery. 2020;34(01):038-046. doi:https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-3401038